Jonathan Karrant settles into the intimate confines of Myron's Cabaret Jazz for an evening built around the warmth and nostalgia of the holiday season. Drawing from his acclaimed album "Christmas Wish," Karrant brings his smooth, jazz-inflected vocals to a set of beloved holiday standards, the kind of songs that conjure crackling fireplaces and twinkling lights no matter where you're sitting in the room. His album features collaborations with heavyweight talents like Diane Schuur, Kenny Rampton, Joe Alterman and Houston Person, and while the evening centers on Karrant himself, that pedigree speaks to the caliber of musicianship woven into this material.
Beyond the music, expect a bit of storytelling, as Karrant shares personal Christmas memories between numbers, giving the performance a conversational, fireside quality. The venue itself adds to that feeling, with round tables, close sightlines to the stage, and a view over Symphony Park that makes the space feel more like a supper club than a concert hall. It's the kind of show where a well-worn holiday tune might land a little differently, sung by someone who clearly still finds meaning in it.